18 Bold Accessories That’ll Kick Up Your Summer Ensemble

Warm weather means fewer layers — but that shouldn’t mean fewer ways to express your hard-earned style. Elevate your look with a few well-chosen accessories.

HEAD AND SHOULDERS

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It may look like a fanny pack, but it’s not worn like one. The shoulder bag is this summer’s biggest — and most practical — trend.

BELT BAG ($1,535) BY GUCCI.

SUN AND FUN

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There’s no easier way to add some cool than with a pair of sunglasses. Trade in chunky aviators for smaller, wire-framed versions.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: THOM BROWNE ($750), AT JOSEPHSON OPTICIANS; CUTLER AND GROSS ($675); DIOR HOMME ($605); FENDI ($550), AT HOLT RENFREW; CUTLER AND GROSS ($645).

IT’S A CINCH

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For subtle impact, try a glistening leather belt with a statement buckle.

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: ZEGNA (PRICE UPON REQUEST); MCM ($290); PRADA ($540).

IN THE BAG

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A good backpack is indispensable for summer adventures — especially if it looks like this one.

BAG ($3,050) BY LOUIS VUITTON.

YOU’VE GOT SOLE

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It’s time to get a little groovy with your footwear. Find a bright colour or pattern — even on dress shoes — and rock it.

SNEAKER ($1,180) BY VALENTINO, AT HOLT RENFREW; SHOE ($1,115) BY BOTTEGA VENETA.

MONEY, MONEY, MONEY

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Who says you can’t change your wallet with the seasons? These ones are fun and totally beach-appropriate.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: VALENTINO ($490); BOTTEGA VENETA ($710); VERSACE ($575); AND PRADA ($310), ALL AT HOLT RENFREW; COACH ($145); MCM ($285).
PHOTOGRAPHY: JOSEPH SARACENO
STYLING: WILSON WONG (P1M.CA)